Košice Old Town

Bästa tid att besöka

Autumn is the ideal time due to the mild weather and fewer crowds, while festivals in summer are a real attraction with full streets.

Budgettips

Visiting the cathedral is free, while open-air concerts are often held without a ticket. It is recommended to use multi-day tourist passes for discounts on museums and galleries in the city.

Rekommenderas för

History lovers, Families, Photographers, Architecture enthusiasts

Planera ditt besök

2-3 hours

Om

Snabba fakta: The old town has over 300 cultural monuments, making it one of the richest in Central Europe. The main square contains the longest pedestrian zone in Slovakia, about 1.5 kilometers long.

Höjdpunkter: On the main square stands the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth, 60 meters high, with windows made of glass from over 200 colors. Every July, the Street Arts Festival is held on the square, attracting about 100,000 visitors with performances in unusual places.

Insidertips

Bring comfortable shoes because most streets are cobbled and unsuitable for high heels.
Visit the cathedral early in the morning to avoid crowds and get the best conditions for photography.
Do not miss the small cafe on the corner of the square known for its local pastries.
To avoid crowds, avoid weekends during festival days.

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